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In an introduction, what is the purpose of the 'Attention' stage?
In an introduction, what is the purpose of the 'Attention' stage?
- To engage the reader and introduce the topic in an interesting way. (correct)
- To briefly outline the structure of the report.
- To present a thesis statement that summarizes the main argument.
- To provide a detailed analysis of the research methods used.
In the context of report writing, what does the 'Context' stage of an introduction primarily aim to achieve?
In the context of report writing, what does the 'Context' stage of an introduction primarily aim to achieve?
- Providing background information and relevant definitions. (correct)
- Presenting the main findings of the report.
- Outlining the limitations of the research.
- Summarizing the key recommendations.
What is the main goal of the 'Purpose Statement' in the introduction of a report?
What is the main goal of the 'Purpose Statement' in the introduction of a report?
- To provide a detailed methodology section.
- To acknowledge the contributions of team members.
- To clearly state the objective and scope of the report. (correct)
- To list all the sources used in the research.
What is the role of the 'Structure' stage in an introduction?
What is the role of the 'Structure' stage in an introduction?
In an inductive structure for an introduction, which order do the stages typically follow?
In an inductive structure for an introduction, which order do the stages typically follow?
What is the initial step in narrowing down a topic like 'Social Media Addiction' for an inductive introduction?
What is the initial step in narrowing down a topic like 'Social Media Addiction' for an inductive introduction?
Consider a report on Social Media Addiction (SMA). Which of the following examples would be most appropriate for the 'Attention' stage in an inductive introduction?
Consider a report on Social Media Addiction (SMA). Which of the following examples would be most appropriate for the 'Attention' stage in an inductive introduction?
In the 'Context' stage of an introduction to a report on social media addiction, which of the following would be most suitable?
In the 'Context' stage of an introduction to a report on social media addiction, which of the following would be most suitable?
Which element is essential to include in the 'Purpose Statement' of an introduction for a report on Social Media Addiction (SMA)?
Which element is essential to include in the 'Purpose Statement' of an introduction for a report on Social Media Addiction (SMA)?
In a report on Social Media Addiction (SMA), what information would be most appropriate for the 'Structure' stage of your introduction?
In a report on Social Media Addiction (SMA), what information would be most appropriate for the 'Structure' stage of your introduction?
In a conclusion, what is the primary goal of the 'Recap / Summarize' stage?
In a conclusion, what is the primary goal of the 'Recap / Summarize' stage?
When looking back at your report to 'Recap / Summarize' in the conclusion, which elements should be included?
When looking back at your report to 'Recap / Summarize' in the conclusion, which elements should be included?
What is the MAIN issue with the following summary of a problem description section: 'Social media addiction refers to extensive and compulsive social media use, it has several contributing factors.'?
What is the MAIN issue with the following summary of a problem description section: 'Social media addiction refers to extensive and compulsive social media use, it has several contributing factors.'?
What is a critique of the following summary of a 'Description of Problem' section: 'Social media addiction refers to extensive and compulsive social media use. It has several contributing factors. One factor is fear of missing out (FOMO). FOMO causes youth to use social media because they are afraid that they will miss important information if they do not check. Low self-esteem is also an issue that leads youth to use social media excessively. Finally, the design of social media platforms is addictive and causes youth to become hooked.'?
What is a critique of the following summary of a 'Description of Problem' section: 'Social media addiction refers to extensive and compulsive social media use. It has several contributing factors. One factor is fear of missing out (FOMO). FOMO causes youth to use social media because they are afraid that they will miss important information if they do not check. Low self-esteem is also an issue that leads youth to use social media excessively. Finally, the design of social media platforms is addictive and causes youth to become hooked.'?
In the context of writing conclusions, what is the purpose of adjective clauses?
In the context of writing conclusions, what is the purpose of adjective clauses?
Why is it important to use parallel structure when writing condensed lists in conclusions?
Why is it important to use parallel structure when writing condensed lists in conclusions?
In the 'Final Thought' stage of a conclusion, what is a 'Call to Action'?
In the 'Final Thought' stage of a conclusion, what is a 'Call to Action'?
What is the purpose of including a 'Prediction' in the final thought of a conclusion?
What is the purpose of including a 'Prediction' in the final thought of a conclusion?
In the context of a conclusion's 'Final Thought', what does 'Circle Back' refer to?
In the context of a conclusion's 'Final Thought', what does 'Circle Back' refer to?
Which of the following actions demonstrates academic integrity?
Which of the following actions demonstrates academic integrity?
What is the primary issue with using 'False References' in an academic report?
What is the primary issue with using 'False References' in an academic report?
Why is 'Inappropriate Translation' considered a form of academic dishonesty?
Why is 'Inappropriate Translation' considered a form of academic dishonesty?
What is the definition of plagiarism?
What is the definition of plagiarism?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of academic dishonesty?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of academic dishonesty?
In academic institutions, what is the purpose of addressing academic integrity?
In academic institutions, what is the purpose of addressing academic integrity?
What is a conditional clause?
What is a conditional clause?
What type of conditional sentence is used to express factual realities or general truths?
What type of conditional sentence is used to express factual realities or general truths?
Which type of conditional sentence is used to express a real possibility in the present or future?
Which type of conditional sentence is used to express a real possibility in the present or future?
Which type of conditional sentence describes a hypothetical or unlikely situation?
Which type of conditional sentence describes a hypothetical or unlikely situation?
Which conditional type describes an impossible past reality?
Which conditional type describes an impossible past reality?
What is the typical structure of a zero conditional sentence?
What is the typical structure of a zero conditional sentence?
Which verb tense is typically used in the main clause of a first conditional sentence?
Which verb tense is typically used in the main clause of a first conditional sentence?
In a second conditional sentence, what verb form typically follows 'would' in the main clause?
In a second conditional sentence, what verb form typically follows 'would' in the main clause?
What is the correct structure of a third conditional sentence?
What is the correct structure of a third conditional sentence?
Identify the type of conditional sentence: 'If water reaches 100°C, it boils.'
Identify the type of conditional sentence: 'If water reaches 100°C, it boils.'
Identify the type of conditional sentence: 'If I study hard, I will pass the exam.'
Identify the type of conditional sentence: 'If I study hard, I will pass the exam.'
Identify the type of conditional sentence: 'If I won the lottery, I would travel the world.'
Identify the type of conditional sentence: 'If I won the lottery, I would travel the world.'
Identify the type of conditional sentence: 'If I had known about the traffic, I would have taken a different route.'
Identify the type of conditional sentence: 'If I had known about the traffic, I would have taken a different route.'
Select the correct sentence using the zero conditional:
Select the correct sentence using the zero conditional:
Flashcards
Introduction
Introduction
The initial part of a report, setting the stage for the content.
Conclusion
Conclusion
The last art of a report, summarizing key points and providing a final perspective.
Attention (Introduction)
Attention (Introduction)
The first stage of an introduction, designed to capture the reader's interest.
Context (Introduction)
Context (Introduction)
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Purpose Statement (Introduction)
Purpose Statement (Introduction)
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Structure (Introduction)
Structure (Introduction)
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Inductive Introduction
Inductive Introduction
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Recap/Summarize (Conclusion)
Recap/Summarize (Conclusion)
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Final Thought (Conclusion)
Final Thought (Conclusion)
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Call to Action (Conclusion)
Call to Action (Conclusion)
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Prediction (Conclusion)
Prediction (Conclusion)
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Circle Back (Conclusion)
Circle Back (Conclusion)
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Academic Dishonesty
Academic Dishonesty
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False References
False References
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Inappropriate Translation
Inappropriate Translation
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Plagiarism
Plagiarism
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Dependent Clause
Dependent Clause
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Independent Clause
Independent Clause
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Conditional Sentences
Conditional Sentences
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Zero Conditional
Zero Conditional
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1st Conditional
1st Conditional
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2nd Conditional
2nd Conditional
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3rd Conditional
3rd Conditional
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Mixed Conditional
Mixed Conditional
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Study Notes
- Agenda for Week 10 Includes:
- Solutions to Lecture Engagement
- Report Progress
- Introductions
- Conclusions
- Academic Integrity
- Grammar 10
Introduction - Stages
- The introduction should include Attention, Context, Purpose Statement, and Structure
Introduction – Inductive Structure
- The introduction should start generally and narrow down to become more specific
- Begins with Attention, then Context, followed by a Purpose Statement, and ending with the Structure.
- Topic: Social Media Addiction
- 2007 was a momentous year, it was the year the first smart phone was released
- Device adopted faster than any other communication technology in human history (Haidt, 2024)
- Provide a definition of smart phone (Kirvan, 2023)
- Transition to social media on smart phones
- Statistics about youth social media use (Rothwell, 2023)
- Statistics about rise in youth mental health problems (Haidt, 2024)
- Present problem: SMA
- Objective: examine the causes and consequences of SMA to determine the most suitable solution to this issue.
- First section: problem of SMA is described in detail
- Subsequent sections: solutions to SMA are presented and evaluated.
Conclusion – Stages
- The conclusion should include Recap / Summarize and a Final Thought
Conclusion – Recap
- Look back at the report
- Summarize problem (1-3 sentences)
- Summarize solutions (1-3 sentences)
- Summarize evaluation, including ideal solution (1-3 sentences)
- Social media addiction refers to extensive and compulsive social media use has several contributing factors including FOMO, low self-esteem, and platform design.
Conclusion – Recap / Summarize
- Use adjective clauses to add extra information to sentences
- Use parallel structure when writing condensed lists
Conclusion - Final Thought
- Final thought stages:
- Call to action
- Prediction
- Circle back
- Governments must hold social media companies accountable for the destruction caused by their addictive products to help protect vulnerable young users.
- There may be possibility for youth and social media to one day coexist without detrimental mental health outcomes, assuming clear limits are set by governments, teachers, and parents.
- There is no going back to 2006, the year prior to the first smart phone, there are solutions to SMA, and they must be enacted quickly.
Academic Integrity
- Lessons about academic integrity
- Report pledge
- Supervised writing in computer labs
- Shared documents in OneDrive
- Serious consequences for academic dishonesty
Academic Dishonesty
- Most common offenses:
- False References
- Inappropriate Translation
- Plagiarism
- A student reported that: 56% of American youth report that they are 'constantly' on their devices (Li, 2024).
- Li, F. (2024). Effects of consumers’ engagement in pro-environment activities on social media on green consumption behavior. Asia Pacific Journal of Marketing and Logistics. https://doi.org/10.1108/apjml-09-2023- 0862
- The traditional sleep model posits that sleep duration is regulated by two internal factors but the writing level is far higher than IELTS 5.5.
- Plagiarism includes copying parts of an article and claiming it is your own writing
- Consequences for Academic Dishonesty in MELD:
- Grade deduction – likely failing grade
- Grade of zero
- Meeting with Professor Verhaeghe (1st offence)
- Meeting with Professor Newman (2nd offence)
Grammar 10
- If we finish class early tonight, you will be happy.
- Conditional clause is "Condition"
- Independent clause is "Result"
Conditional Sentences
- Zero: Factual reality, any time, CC= Present tense, MC = Present tense
- 1st: Real possibility, Present to Future, CC= Present tense, MC = Future tense
- 2nd: Hypothetical reality, Present to Future, CC= Past tense, MC = “would” + base verb
- 3rd: Impossible reality, Past, CC= Past perfect, MC = “would have” +PP
- Mixed: Impossible past / present, Past / Present, CC= Past perfect, MC = “would” + base verb
- If / When you heat water to 100°C, it boils: Zero Conditional
- Conditional clause: Present tense
- Main clause: Present tense
- If we finish early tonight, you will be happy: 1st Conditional
- Conditional clause: Present tense
- Main clause: Future tense
- If I won the lottery, I would take a vacation for a year: 2nd Conditional
- Conditional clause: Past tense
- Main clause: “would” + base verb
- If there hadn’t been a snow day on February 13, you would have gone to class: 3rd Conditional
- Conditional clause: Past perfect tense
- Main clause: “would have” + past participle
- If trump hadn’t won, there would be no tariffs.: Mixed Conditional
- Conditional clause: Past perfect tense
- Main clause: “would” + base verb
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